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A Dervish is a specific practicioner of Sufi, a branch of Islam. "Whirling Dervish" is a colloquial phrase applied to a dance-like meditation ceremony where a Dervish (or several) will spin while moving around. The traditional garb for this order can cause a dramatic effect to onlookers, as the lower portion of the outfit fans out like a kilt or skirt.

The phrase "Whirling Dervish" is best known among RPG players as being a card in an early Magic: The Gathering expansion that had the ability to increase in power each time it attacked. It could be extremely powerful in some combinations.